TechTalks with TFN: Idorenyin Obong – from hustling solo to fintech hero
- Idorenyin Obong founded Grey after struggling with cross-border payment conversions.
- Grey was initially named Aboki Africa and focused on the African market before rebranding to expand globally.
- The startup faced challenges in securing VC funding for the first 12-18 months, relying on personal savings.
The evolution of Grey highlights the importance of addressing specific pain points in the fintech space, particularly for underserved markets like freelancers in Africa. Obong's journey underscores the value of resilience and adaptability in entrepreneurship, especially in navigating funding challenges and market dynamics. Further discussion could explore how fintech solutions can continue to innovate and support remote workers globally.
